Rex Preston
River Wye, Monsal Dale
| price | £ 2250 |
|---|---|
| type | Oil |
| size | 18 x 20 inches |
| location | Bath 01225 332223 |
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The scene captures a bend of the River Wye as it threads through Monsal Dale, one of the Peak District’s most dramatic limestone valleys. Rex Preston uses his signature loose, expressive brushwork, Read more
so the forms aren’t rigidly defined — instead, they shimmer with movement and light. The river is the anchor: reflective, cool-toned, and winding, with strokes that suggest ripples and shifting currents. Surrounding slopes rise in soft greens, ochres, and muted purples, giving the sense of early morning or late afternoon light. Vegetation is suggested rather than detailed — dabs and sweeps of colour evoke trees, grasses, and shrubs without pinning them down. The whole composition feels open and airy, with Preston’s typical emphasis on atmosphere over precision.
